Police Scotland
Safer communities, less crime, supported victims
and a thriving workforce
Police Scotland
Safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce
What is Neighbourhood Alert?
Stay connected and informed with Neighbourhood Alert – a free community messaging service used by Police Scotland.
Police Scotland is responsible for policing across the whole of Scotland with a unique range of urban, rural, island and remote communities.
Police Scotland is working in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch to deliver Neighbourhood Alerts across the country.
Neighbourhood Alert is a free messaging system that helps us keep you informed about policing matters in your area. Once you have registered for Neighbourhood Alert you will begin to receive alerts relevant to your geographical location, directly from your local community police officers.
How do I sign up to receive Alert messages?
To register please complete the sign-up form and follow the steps prompted.
How much does it cost?
The system is completely free to all users.
Your community team
Every area of Scotland has a community policing team. You can talk to them about:
- issues affecting your neighbourhood
- non-emergencies
- local patrols
- crime prevention advice
- how we work with other local services
- support you can get after an incident
Find your local community policing team on the Police Scotland website.
Your Police survey
We recognise the importance of understanding the views and priorities of Scotland's diverse communities.
This survey is a way for us to listen to the needs of our diverse communities. Let us know what we’re getting right and what we can do better. Complete the Your Police survey here.
Please contact us if you require the survey in an alternative format: InsightEngagement@scotland.pnn.police.uk
Find out more about Police Scotland’s vision
Our 2030 vision for policing is of an organisation focused on safer communities, less crime, supported victims, and a thriving workforce. Visit the Police Scotland website to read about the 2030 Vision.
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Police Scotland works in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch Scotland to bring you Alerts. You can find out more about Neighbourhood Watch Scotland here.
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View the latest alerts from Police Scotland
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South Perthshire Community Policing – July / August 2026
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CPT Video Update
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Rural Watch Update – 28/08/2026
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Break In – Information Appeal – PS-20260821-0604 – PS-2020820-3877
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, A theft has occurred between 1700 hours 19th August 2026 and 07:00 hrs 20th August 2026 whereby a...
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{FIRST_NAME}, About 2130 hours, on Tuesday 18th August 2026, Police Scotland were informed of two males in a vehicle acting...
CPT Roundup Video
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, This week, the North West Command Area is pleased to share a special roundup video highlighting some of...
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Hi Everyone, If you or anyone you know owns a motorbike, please read on… When considering motorbike...
Rural Watch Update – 13/08/2026
Hello all, I hope you’re all keeping the best and enjoying this unexpected warm spell we’re having! I’m sure there...
Retail crime blog 2 Can I Help You
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Pedlars Licence
Morning, Following on from my last message I was requested for an image of a pedlar’s licence, see attached image.Licences...
Witness Appeal
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, A road traffic collision has taken place around 1720 hours on Tuesday 4th August 2026 at Dunkeld Court,...
Bogus Caller / Doorstep Crime
Hi Everyone, I just wanted to remind residents about bogus callers / doorstep crime, sadly something we need to remain...
Break In – Information Appeal
Dear {FIRST_NAME}, A theft housebreaking occurred between Saturday 1st August 2026 and 1900 hours on Sunday 2nd August...
Warning to Local Businesses following ‘Ringing the Changes’ Fraud
Police Scotland is issuing a warning to shopkeepers and retail staff following a number of cash frauds in the Deeside...
Kinross-shire & Almond & Earn Community Policing – July 2026
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Theft by shoplifting blog
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